Question 1

what are the side effects of vitamin a cream on your body?

Accepted Answer

Reddening, stinging: Retinol is the fat soluble form of vitamin a found in anti-wrinkle skin creams. It attracts moisture, which increases water content of skin. It increases production of collagen and promotes cell division to reduces fine wrinkling,  also helps pigmentation effects of too much sun.  

Side effects may include reddening of the skin and a mild stinging sensation, scaling and increased sun sensitivity.

Question 2

what are the side effects of taking retinol for someone with oily forehead, and sebum?

Accepted Answer

Eyesight: Retinol can affect the eye sight and can lead to permanent problems. This should not be taken without consulting an ophthalmologist.

Question 3

can i use retino a cream instead of retinol?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Retin-a is a prescription vitiamin a derivative cream. Retinols are found in many types of products and foods and have lower potency. You should not use these products if pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you could become pregnant as they can cause birth defects. They also should not be used if considering lasik or prk.

Question 4

does retinol cream help dark armpits caused from shaving ?

Accepted Answer

A little: Can help fade pigment but may be very irritating in this area.

Question 5

is there an eye wrinkle cream without retinol?

Accepted Answer

Skin Cuetical: Skin Cuetical makes a wrinkle cream called eye balm.  I love it and have used it for 10 years or so with great results.

http://www.skinceuticals.com/eye-balm-635494169003.html#start=4&amp;cgid=products-category-eye-and-lip-care

I have no financial interest in the product.

Question 6

can retinol cream or gel help reduce psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

No: and may even worsen it.

Question 7

i used a peeling cream (retinol). how do i make it grow back?

Accepted Answer

Clarification Needed: Hi richard:
i am not entirely sure what you meant by "make it grow back?"
retinols (r's) are a group of over-the-counter medications, as opposed to retinods (prescription medications) that affect the skin cell turnover, causing peeling of the skin. Sometimes, this is intended outcome of the treatment. Using r's less frequently and using moisturizing creams (e.g., cerave) may alleviate symptoms.

Question 8

what is a good retinol face cream?  is there actually any evidence that retinol cream works?

Accepted Answer

Retinol: There is little reason to use retinol cream for any skin problem since it has very little effect.

Question 9

are other prescription creams like acutane or retinol safe to take as well?

Accepted Answer

For the most part.: While oral agents such as Accutane and Doxycycline cause significant birth defects and should be avoided. The topical agents are felt to be relatively safe in pregnancy. Benzoyl peroxide is the recommended agent for the treatment of acne in pregnancy.  As with any medication or agent check with your health care provider before using any agent.

Question 10

how effective is tretinoin retinol cream for acne?

Accepted Answer

First  choice: Tretinoin is generally the first prescription based choice for acne.  It is very effective.

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Does retinol cream help dark armpits caused from shaving ?

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